North American Environmental Atlas

The North American Environmental Atlas combines and harmonizes geospatial data from Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This unique resource provides a continental and regional perspective on environmental issues that transcend political boundaries. It serves as an essential tool for analyzing and raising awareness about shared environments and ecosystems across the continent, highlighting their value and informing protection strategies.

The Atlas offers dozens of harmonized map layers, making it unique in its ability to present geographic information consistently across North America. By comparing these diverse layers, users can gain a deeper understanding and quantify critical environmental trends and interrelationships at a continental scale.

Key map files available include updates like the North American Protected Areas, 2025, and various North American Land Cover maps for 2020 (Landsat, 30m), providing detailed insights into the physical cover of Earth’s surface based on satellite imagery.